Nationality Spanish Religion Catholicism | Occupation Government Died Santa Fe, Argentina | |
Mateo Gil (15?-15?) was a Spanish conquistador, Alcalde and Regidor of Santa Fe, Argentina during the Viceroyalty of Peru.
Biography
Born in Jaraicejo, Gil had arrived at Río de la Plata in the expedition of Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca. In 1573, Gil participated in the delegation led by Juan de Garay in Santa Fe, being part of the founding of the city.
Mateo Gil also participated in the wars against the Indians charruas, he is remembered for his extreme cruelty.
References
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